WebMD Swings to Profit

Company Reports Stronger Ad and Sponsorship Revenue

WebMD Health Corp. said it swung to a fourth-quarter profit, as the health-information provider reported stronger advertising and sponsorship revenue and attracted more users to its website.

WebMD relies on major drug companies to power advertising and sponsorship revenue for its public website, which targets consumers, and a private portal targeting health-care professionals. Last year, the health-information provider also agreed...